WORST MISTAKES in THAILAND. Street Interview Locals And Foreigners in Bangkok, Thailand

🌆 Are you planning to visit or live in Thailand? Join us on an adventure as we hit the bustling streets of Bangkok to uncover the common mistakes expats and tourists often make when navigating through Thailand!
In engaging street interviews, we delve deep into the heart of Bangkok, talking to random locals, foreigners, and seasoned travelers. Together, we explore the nuances of Thai culture, uncover hidden gems, and discover the pitfalls that many newcomers fall into.
Our diverse range of interviewees, both Thai natives and expatriates, share their personal experiences and valuable insights about living in or visiting Thailand. From cultural etiquette and language blunders to tips on street food safety and public transport navigation, you'll gain invaluable knowledge to ensure a smooth and enriching experience in Thailand.
Whether you're a tourist planning a short visit or an expat considering making Bangkok your new home, this video is packed with practical advice and entertaining anecdotes. Join us on this journey of discovery as we help you avoid the common pitfalls and make the most of your time in the enchanting capital of Thailand.
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[@Swampzoid]

My biggest mistake in Thailand was leaving that glorious country for the US.

[@Chai_Travel]

Ow man :) hopefully you’re able to fix it and come over again 😊

[@5thdimension625]

😂😂😂. So true. America is the armpit of the planet at the moment. Only going to get worse

[@antruok4950]

Oh yeah 👌 great chats my friend - good to hear from a couple of Thai people and interesting expats - Thanks No.1 😃👍👋🙏

[@Chai_Travel]

No 1! Thank you too as usual 😁 it’s always nice to talk to locals. Have a great evening

[@kleerogers]

good video, very honest conversations, we need more of this!!!!!!

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks 😊 I’m glad you enjoy this type of content. Thanks for watching and saying hi 👋

[@stevens8785]

I really do like hearing feedback from Thais themselves. Cheers champ. Bring on Indonesia. So excited for you 🤩

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks mate 😁 me too! It’s was hard to find some locals without a mask this time but luckily it worked out at the end :) Haha! Coming up soon!

[@NoonaWorldwide]

Great interviewing Chai!

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha thanks 😘

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Thank you for this video. Wonderful.

[@Chai_Travel]

You’re welcome Yasin 😃 thanks again champ 🏆

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@Chai_Travel Thank you too. 😄

[@joyyyy777]

hi Chai. I'm sending you all of my love and grace.

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi hi 👋 thanks so much ❤️

[@loulou8384]

The man from Vienna has got a lot of experience...loved your interviews again Chai❤ !!

[@Chai_Travel]

Glad you enjoyed it! He has indeed :) Thanks for watching Loulou!

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Champ

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks mate 😃 good to see you again 🏆

[@gertdrok]

Nice to hear from the Thai persons. 🙏

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks Gert ☺️ always good to chat with some locals 🏆

[@connielinz879]

Hi Chai, We have always found the Thai people to be very helpful when we have been on holidays there, even with the language barrier. Looking forward to your series on Indonesia, as we will be heading back there in February :)

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi Connie 😁 wow that’s so nice to hear you’re also going to Indonesia :) we’re super excited about it too 🤩 hopefully I’ll be able to find some hidden gems and some nice places to go to for you :) have a beautiful day ❤️

[@dimitar297]

That guy who said he went to chulalongkorn university was high on something.

[@1983jon1983]

Enjoyed the Thai guy speaking great English considering he doesn’t deal with foreigners often. Totally agree Thai humour is not sarcasm, Americans also don’t get sarcasm. Thank you

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha yeah it was nice to talk to the 2 local gents :) sarcasm is a weird kind of humor if you didn’t grow up with it 😅 Thanks for watching 👋

[@Tiaimo]

Hi Chai. :) :) :)

[@Chai_Travel]

There he is! Haha. How’s it going mate? Good to hear from you again🏆

[@dimitar297]

There was a tall girl in a black cocktail dress leaning against the railing at the Erawan Mall and I thought this was a perfect opportunity to meet a beautiful Thai woman and we struck up a conversation. Her voice was a little deeper than I expected but everything was great and we decided to meet up to have dinner later that evening. During dinner I noticed how attractive she was and we laughed about our personal stories and had a few more drinks than I planned. After dinner she suggested we go for a walk and since it was late it was cool and we strolled down Sukhumvit Rd.

[@Chai_Travel]

😂😂😂

[@Feed_the_Kitty_a_Hotdog]

I’m 43 and was looking into moving there at some point when my husband and I retire. He’s younger only 37. He was all annoyed by it. I told him you do whatever you want then lol. I know we can legally buy a condo there and I don’t intend on staying in the USA forever. My great grandparents all came from Norway and Finland and I have no interest in staying in the Minnesota my whole life when I’ve traveled to South Korea and other asian countries. Love this video.

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi hi! Thanks for saying hi and sharing your situation. Hopefully you and I are able to convince your husband to come over to Thailand :D Thanks for watching ❤️

[@myweblab]

No mistakes if you see the hints from Chai 😅 Back in thailand on november...😊

[@Chai_Travel]

Haha! Well that’s just great to hear mate. It’s November before you know it 😃

[@gamerguy_777]

can you make western foods at home? do they sell them at the grocries stores?

[@Chai_Travel]

Ow yes! Especially in the bigger supermarkets in the big cities like Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, many more places have products from all over the world nowadays:)

[@anthonygraham1872]

Another mistake foreigners make is going shirtless in public. I think most Thais don't like that type of behavior in public.

[@Chai_Travel]

Thank! Mate. A good add for sure :) I really find it hard to watch when people stand without a top in the 7/11 😅

[@Tarnrop]

Don’t go shirtless in city. Local Thai go shirtless at home, you might see uncle/grandpa in some shop house without shirt mostly outskirts or rural Thailand.

[@dzpower9156]

Hi chai

[@Chai_Travel]

Hi hi! Thanks for watching 😁

[@christina9238]

when traveling on the bus ive witnessed alot of travelers put their feet up - despite signs saying "no feet"-- which is seen as very disrespectful in Thailand. also if youre a man- try to add KHAP at the end of basic greetings - ( not KA, which is what women will want to use ) -- The spoon is the main utensil in thailand- the fork should never go in your mouth - its more like shovel dont use big bills to buy cheap things- especially if the vendor appears to be financially distressed...and dont get ripped off!

[@Chai_Travel]

Thangs some valuable input there Christina :) thanks 😃 stay in touch

[@jackthrt3]

How to stay cool?

[@Chai_Travel]

Stay in the shade, go up to the mountains, live by night and/or early morning, stay inside from 11am till 6pm (in cities), stay near the water :) many ways to stay cool 😎

[@jackthrt3]

@@Chai_Travel Thank you so much I needed that

[@curious1264]

I am interested in knowing if Thailand is tackling it's garbage problem, and use of plastics? It's harmful to the environment and to the health of the people to eat so much food out of disposable plastics. We saw foreigners and locals littering and it is just such a shame for such a beautiful country. Education and Pride and Respect for the country.

[@Chai_Travel]

It’s a difficult issue :( it’s doing better than most countries in South East Asia but there are many remote parts where they still burn it and dump it in forests and water.

[@Kwippy]

Thai people well understand that visitors won't know all the rules so most faux pas would be not bother most people. They do expect people to dress appropriately when visiting places of worship, many will provide you with shawls and wraps for your bare shoulders and thighs but non-touristy temples won't have them. Buying Buddhas for decoration is very much frowned upon. There are vendors who will sell you buddha statuettes without batting an eyelid but everybody else would be irritated if they see you buying Buddhas.

[@Chai_Travel]

Yeah true. Though they appreciate if you follow some guidelines :) thanks for eating and sharing your thoughts

[@MHOD82]

The last Thai guy is totally right! Thailand has shifted to the next level already! 🥸

[@Chai_Travel]

Next level 🤩

[@changthai-cq1rz]

[@Chai_Travel]

Thanks champ! 🏆👋 I hope you’re having a great day :) greetings 🫡